ADAS Test Driver/Operator

Job Description

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Company Description

Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies.

At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shaping the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services' portfolio to an ever-changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us.

If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, to work in a thriving environment and to work alongside world-leading experts, then apply for one of our vacancies.

Job Description

• Carry out various driving services on vehicles in line with customer specifications.
• Drive and operate vehicles across pre-defined routes through various terrain and weather conditions.
• Follow all traffic laws, safety protocols, and company driving policies
• Monitor and evaluate ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) function performance during real-world driving conditions
• Provide and document user-level feedback on ADAS feature usability, effectiveness, and driver experience
• Maintain appropriate level of vigilance when ADAS features are active (avoid over-reliance)
• Understand and stay updated on operational constraints.
• Communicate clearly with other Driver or Operator while vehicle is in operation.
• Monitor and manage onboard data collection systems during vehicle operation
• Verify proper functioning of sensors, cameras, and recording equipment
• Document test runs, conditions, and any incidents or observations in real-time
• Upload, organize, and categorize collected data according to established protocols
• Perform quality checks on collected data to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Flag data anomalies or system issues for technical review
• Perform preparatory activities before shift, including but not limited to inspection of the vehicle before and after shift completion.
• Manage data acquisition systems to ensure accurate data retrieval.
• Understand limitations of ADAS functions and intervene when necessary
• Follow instructions provided by project manager.
• Perform reporting activities daily and when required by the program manager.
• Maintain all documentation with utmost confidentiality.
• Support the acquisition of data and implement proper tagging techniques to document objects, obstacles, and anomalies found during data acquisition.

Knowledge/skills requirements

• Practical understanding of how to activate, deactivate, and operate common ADAS features
• Knowledge of typical ADAS user interfaces, controls, and warning indicators
• Computers and data management software
• Knowledge of typical ADAS user interfaces, controls, and warning indicators

Duration – This project is expected to last 4-5 months with consecutive projects thereafter.

(Note: These tasks are not intended to be all-inclusive. You may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the company)

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High School diploma
• 5 years of licensed driving experience
• Must have current Driver's License and a clean driving record for a minimum of 7 years.
• Experience working with ADAS features highly preferred.
• We are a drug free work environment

Additional Information

Job Functions:

• Must be physically able to support test preparation and execution in an outdoor environment.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work extended hours and weekends.
• Possess a valid driver's license and clean vehicle driving record.
• Meet all workplace health and safety requirements and practices.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds able to drive passenger vehicles up to 8 hours a day.

Schedule:

• Monday to Sunday
• Shifts: Morning 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Afternoon 2:30 PM - 11:30 PM

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. xhyhwjd All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.